Welcome to Continental School of Beauty.

We are a family owned business and have been creating futures in the beauty industry for over 55 years.

At Continental, we offer programs in Hairdressing and Cosmetology, Barbering, Esthetics, and Esthetics and Nails combo. Continental has three campuses in New York State with locations in Rochester, Syracuse, and West Seneca. Our qualified educators and the entire staff are here to help you fulfill your passion to succeed in the beauty industry. Join the Continental family, live the Continental Experience and we will help you realize your dreams.
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Placement Is Our Priority

Why Continental?

Students First

Continental’s motto is “look up to the student” – in every way, every day! We are dedicated to each and every one of our students, which is why your needs are the highest priority in every decision we make here at Continental. You are the reason we are here!
History & Culture

Quality Matters at Continental

From our experienced, knowledgeable educators to our partnerships with recognized industry leaders like Milady, Wella, Dermalogica and many more; Continental is committed to providing our students with top-of-the-line industry tools to help bring them success. We believe the quality of your future depends on the quality of your education and we have carefully chosen our industry partners. Always striving to be the best for you!
Testimonials

Amazing Results

When it comes to the beauty industry, experience and commitment stand for Continental. With over 55 years of delivering experienced professionals to the beauty industry, Continental School of Beauty’s imaginative and trend-setting graduates can soar in a field with no limits for all of those driven by desire, passion and a need for more. Allow us to help you make an impact on your future while you complete training though The Continental Experience.
Meet The Staff

Scholarships & Financial Aid

Paying for school doesn’t have to be complicated. Scholarships, grants, and financial aid are available for those who qualify, but we go the extra mile. We’re in this together. Continental School of Beauty’s professionals will work with you one-on-one to develop your financial education plan.

Federal grants and loans are available through financial aid for those who qualify including Veterans Benefits and Native American aid.

Graduate Spotlight

Why do Continental graduates love us? Hear it directly from them!

I chose Continental because I like the one-to-one you get from the instructors. They make sure you know what you are doing, why you are doing it, and they make sure you are comfortable doing it. The staff is awesome, friendly, and loving.

Irene Spinks - January 2018 CONTINENTAL GRADUATE

The staff is great at showing things more in depth and offering extra help… I feel very confident about my skills.

Julia Chudyk - May 2018 CONTINENTAL GRADUATE

I love the Instructors – very informative. Everything I need and wanted to know, I would ask the Director and Instructors and they instantly knew the answer or looked into it for me.

Jamila Fabre - May 2018 CONTINENTAL GRADUATE

Through my experience at Continental I was able to grow in many ways… Continental has given me the confidence to take on what life throws at me. Now my dream of becoming a hair stylist is reality.